So you’re pointing the bow toward those gin-clear Bahamian shallows, dreaming of hook drops in water so blue it doesn’t seem real. Before you go chasing sunsets and cold Kaliks, there’s a little paperwork dance you’ll want to understand. The Bahamas has shaken up the cruising permit game as of April 1, 2026, and yeah, it’s worth paying attention unless you enjoy surprises that come with receipts. They’ve rolled out a whole new fee structure....

Cruisers from around the world convened March 16–22 in the Exumas for the annual SSCA Bahamas Cruisers Gathering, hosted in partnership with Commodore Joni Thomas, Seven Seas Cruising Association (SSCA) and the iconic Lorraine’s Cafe. The weeklong event welcomed close to 100 visiting vessels and brought together sailors, power cruisers, and offshore voyagers for a vibrant celebration of cruising life and Bahamian culture. Held in the protected anchorage off Black Point, the gathering featured a...

A Little Luxury Never Hurt Anyone! Now, I’ve seen a lotta boats in my time—some built to go fast, some built to float like condos,...

This two-owner boat was purchased by the current owner in 2002 and in 2014 sailed from Canada to Mexico's Sea of Cortez where she...

This is the full 114 minute video! The Boat Geeks #44 - "Sailor Barry" Collins, popular YouTuber and Sail Cargo entrepreneur. Barry has long been harboring...

The Seven Seas Cruising Association (SSCA) in partnership with Lorraine’s Café Black Point Exumas will once again host the 4th Annual Bahamas Cruisers Gathering...